Sawdust City is a craft beer brewery and restaurant wedding venue located in the “Gateway to Muskoka,” Gravenhurst, Ontario. Founded in 2014 in a former Canadian Tire, the brewery has been fully renovated to feature a combination of the original industrial atmosphere and rustic Muskoka accents.The Service Bay event space was recently renovated and offers an elegant atmosphere with friendly staff to deliver a charming and inviting atmosphere for you and your loved ones. Located in the heart of Gravenhurst, Sawdust City is surrounded by iconically picturesque locations such as Muskoka Lake, the Gravenhurst Wharf and Gull Lake.Facilities and CapacityThis flexible venue space consists of three open-concept floors that provide many unique floor plans, accommodating anywhere from 15 to 200 guests. The main floor features towering ceilings, a brick backsplash and a large, live-edge bar top. Steps down from our main floor, you’ll find our large seating area, surrounded by glass, bay doors and a cluster of halo pendant lights. The space is illuminated with beams of natural light by day and an intimate ambiance at night. The bay doors can be opened on warm summer nights, providing access to our private, 3-seasons patio and refreshing the dancefloor with a Muskoka breeze.Services OfferedThe Sawdust City Service Bay prides itself on offering a stress-free and personalized experience for you and your guests. Our Events Coordinator will walk you through every step of the process, provide detailed timelines and floor plans, and coordinate with vendors to make sure your vision is realized. The Coordinator will be present at your wedding, so all your plans are executed seamlessly and you can thoroughly enjoy your day.Included in your reservation are glassware, barware, flatware and dishware for bar and dinner service. We have additionally established partnerships with a local event rental company to offer a dance floor and a wide variety of tables, chairs and linen to suit your wedding's theme, style and budget.On TapWe offer a flexible approach to our bar packages. Choose from a cash bar, open bar or mixed option to suit your budget. Our bar is stocked with 8, Sawdust City Craft beers which can be customized to suit your preferences, in addition to a full rail of spirits, wine and cocktails.Craft the perfect menu for the occasion! Organize a tasting of our beer or meet with our mixologist to create a pair of signature cocktails that tell your story.Looking for a memorable touch? Create a personalized label for your favourite Sawdust City beer.CuisineWe offer far more than (elevated) pub food! Our events menu will surpass your expectations with a variety of cuisine and serving styles. Our chef has crafted extensive menus to suit your occasion, whether you’re looking for an intimate, family-style dinner, served hors d’oeuvres, interactive food stations or an elaborate buffet.Audio/Visual EquipmentYour best man will be able to offer the most memorable of speeches thanks to our 17.5ft wide screen and projector. Don’t let anyone miss a detail, thanks to our wireless microphones.Finally, No party is complete without a sound system. Our space is equipped with 14 speakers dispersed throughout the space providing over 1000W of amplification horsepower to keep the party going all night long. Craft your own playlist or hire a DJ or band. Our Behringer X32 Compact soundboard is the industry standard and can handle any task.